The one thing still left on our nursery and baby list (with less than 3 weeks until due day!) is a nursing chair. It’s something I’ve wanted but never really but it as a priority until now. Reality is setting in that this little baby will be up in the middle of the night wanting feeding and I need somewhere comfortable and cosy to sit. Nursing chairs help position yourself better (especially for breast feeding) and means I can leave Mr C to get a bit of sleep before his early start for work. (I know, I’m so thoughtful!) Ok, so the selfish bit in me just wants a really comfy chair to snuggle up in. I’ve had a look around and the colour grey is calling me. The nursery is a mixture of grey, white, lemon and light mint so it definitely works with the theme and is dark enough to hide any possible blemishes that may occur! These are my top 5 nursing chairs that are on my soon to be made real wish list!

1. At first I considered a simple armchair like this one. Cosy but a little elegant in silver grey. Perfect to nip in the corner of any room but I’m not sure on the comfort factor of this style, but it sure looks good!

2. This is a gliding rocking chair from John Lewis and while it may look simple, but effortlessly glides like a rocking chair. I’m impressed with the removable covers too and I’m a huge fan of chevron print. It’s just simple and fresh, especially for a neutral style room like our nursery.

3. I think riser recliner chairs are a fab option for nursing chairs because of how moveable they are. You can have your feet up, move the back until you’re comfy and if you’re still struggling with back pain or maybe recovering from a c-section, the fact this chair helps lift you up is a compete and utter winner! It looks super comfy too.

4. This Ladybird gliding rocking chair and stool from VERY is definitely high on my wish list. I love the colour and it looks so comfortable. It helps to maintain a good posture too which is helpful considering the aches and pains after pregnancy. It also has arm rest pocket for popping baby wipes in or the odd chocolate biscuit! Whatever floats your boat!

5. Lastly, I love a big armchair. Once that you can pop your feet up on and curl up. This ones from Made is a simple example. I like the square design and the scatter back cushions for extra comfort and support. This would be lovely in the corner of the room.

Those are the 5 nursing chairs on my wishlist… one of them is on it’s way to me where I’ll probably do a full review.. so stay tuned to see which one made it home!

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I’ll be on maternity leave VERY soon which means I (hopefully) will have a bit of time to sort out my own space. We have a room which is half nursery, half random storage space and I’d love to turn the ‘random storage’ section into a little home office. Nothing huge, just a nice space for me to work at while the new member of the family takes his naps. Obviously I’m making this sound oh so easy… but you never know, it could go relatively smoothly. (Pinch me now!) Well, regardless, I’ve started to get some ideas together for my ideas small home office space.

1. First up is one of the key elements of an office, the desk! I’ve had a look at office desks from Furtniture at Work and I really like something along the lines of this simple, sleek and fresh desk. Nothing too big or in the way and something to fit nicely against the wall. It also fits nicely with the baby furniture on the other half of the room!

2. Some simple storage, very simple just to pop my books and blog related items on. This shelving unit is relatively small and takes up very little space. Plus it gives a nice little display area.

3. & 6. They say the most important part of the office is the chair. Being pregnant I know how true this is right now! I’ve had to change my office chair numerous times and if I come in and the chair has been altered I know straight away. I’ve spent a good 15 minutes before sitting on every chair in the office until I found ‘the one’ so it’s important I have ‘the one‘ for my home office. These two options are super stylish but I know there’s a lot to getting the right chair so it’s comfortable and safe.

4. & 5. It wouldn’t be MY little office space if it didn’t have something a little pretty in it. That’s just the way it is! I love the gold desk tidy, once again just keeping it simply and fresh. Plus, there’s something about succulent plants in little white pots that just scream organised, tidy and totally on trend. Don’t you think?

That’s my home office wishlist started, now to get on and organise the rest of the room so I can get some of this done over the next 12 months!

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There’s so much going on at the moment for us. We still have a bit of unpacking to do (we’ve been here a couple of months but there just seems so much!) and we’re still working on our baby beans nursery who will be here super soon. It’s nice doing the fun little tasks like putting up bunting and sorting out the curtains etc. But we still have some mega tasks to do. There’s 3 things which are on my wishlist and they are going to be a DIY job. This scares me slightly as neither myself or Mr C are DIY Gurus and so much could go wrong!

One thing I’d love to change is the huge fitted cupboard we have. It’s a huge size and is currently just filled with stuff. It has so much potential. There’s even more potential for moving walls around etc but I don’t know about that. Slater and Gordon carried out some research lately that shows just how many people will and do carry out DIY each year with no real concerns for safety. It’s definitely worth taking some time out for planning and speaking to professions. There’s lots you can do if things go wrong such as mesothelioma compensation from Slater and Gordon but it’s better to just do things as properly as you can to start with. Especially with BIG projects.

We’re working on the nursery still, like I said earlier and a simple task I need to do is get this wall sticker up. It’s a non hazardous task but being pregnant there is no way I’ll be standing on any ladders for now!

Secondly, we don’t have much storage space across out place generally speaking. So I’d love to put up lots of floating shelving in a couple of the rooms. The things that worry me are the strength of the walls and how to get them to be strong enough without causing any damage. 23% of Brits are planning a project in 2017, I’m probably on that list.

So we have a lot to get our teeth into over the next year. Lots of DIY that we plan on making as safe and easy as possible.

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Christmas is a time to let loose and really enjoy fashion, especially at the annual office party. No matter your shape or size, there are some fantastic options out there for Christmas party wear – so take the plunge and go all out this party season with bright and festive party dresses that will flatter and enhance your shape.

The simple shift dress

While they might not have much shape on the hanger, shift dresses are guaranteed to skim over the body in a way that’s both flattering and comfortable. The magic of this style is that it can be found in virtually any colour or pattern, meaning that there’s a shift dress out there for just about everyone.

While this black velvet dress from Tu may look plain at first, the opportunities to dress it up and give it a festive edge are endless. Opt for gold jewellery and accessories to compliment the zip fastening at the back of the dress and complete the look with a sparkly clutch bag – perfect for keeping all of your party essentials close at hand. The scoop neckline has the added benefit of opening up the neck area, broadening the shoulders and creating a balance for those with a narrower top half.

That’s a wrap

Wrap dresses have the benefit of being semi-fitted and tend to fall in a way that softly follows the curves of the body. The extra detail around the midriff works to distract the eye when it lands on that area, which is why this style is so popular with women keen to focus attention on other parts of the body.

The likes of Kate Middleton and Tyra Banks have helped catapult the classic wrap dress to the top of the pile for women of all shapes and sizes. Opt for a style that ties to the side and team with a structured blazer to give the illusion of a svelte waistline.

Make the best use of colour

Pattern and colour can be just as important as style when you’re choosing a dress to suit your shape. Colour blocking is a big trend at the moment and involves making a bold statement by pairing two contrasting shades together in solid blocks. It’s a look that works particularly well for curvy body shapes, especially if the change in colour happens right at the waist.

No matter what shade you choose, solid colours are great and make the most of playing around with the look using jewellery and accessories.

Try something different with a jumpsuit

Another option is to ditch the dress altogether and opt for a stylish jumpsuit instead. Not only do they have the benefit of being extra comfortable, but the wide range of colours and styles available ensures that there’s an option to suit practically any shape. Opt for a sleeveless number if you dare, or layer a classic turtleneck underneath if you’d rather keep your top half a little more covered.

Many jumpsuits are cinched in at the waist, creating the allusion of a classic hourglass shape with minimum effort. Finish the look with a pair of heels or ankle boots to give the whole outfit a feminine edge.

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Just because the weather is a little greyer and the shops start offering muted tones to fit in with the winter season, it doesn’t mean you have to completely follow suit. There’s a lot to be said about how colour can affect your mood. If like me, you’re stuck working in the office most of the time it can be hard to bring your winter wear to life. So why not add a touch of colour to your workwear with some small touches that won’t break the bank or cause too much of a stir.

1. A simple solution is to wear your normal work suit or dark skirt and add a pop of colour with bright tights. you’ll be surprised how much of a difference it makes and while people might be a little surprised at first, it’s something which actually lifts an outfit. Give it a try!

2. A scarf is a simply accessory that we’ll all probably look for over the colder season.Opt for a bright one that will radiate you’re face and help keep a little brightness near by. This Red Herring pink knitted number is lovely.

3. I’ve alway been a fan of statement necklaces and this Bonnie one from Accessorize is stunning. It will add a little sunshine to almost any outfit. Under a shirt, over a t shirt or matched with a plane dress. It’s just beautiful.

4. Gold is one of my go to base colours believe it or not. I’m definitely one for gold shoes and a gold bag is the perfect accessory for any outfit. This scallop edged Cambridge Satchel is simple but oh so effective.

5. Lastly, shoes give you almost free reign when it comes to colour pops. With tights or without you can be as daring as you want. These berry tones are lovely for warming up an outfit but hiding rain stains (or snow!) experiment a bit and see how you get on. This is especially good if your workplace is really strict on work wear. You can wear them to and from work and swap them for some basics under your desk. Or keep them on and try your luck!

Those are my tips for adding a bit of brightness to your work wear. How do you add some sun to your winter outfits?